Job Summary

Ennis Healthcare Solutions, a Home Healthcare Agency, is currently seeking an LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) to administer care to patients requiring in home treatment in the West Little River area.

Responsibilities and Duties

• The LPN shall provide assigned nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse who provides on-site supervision as needed, based upon the severity of patient's medical condition and the nurse's training experience.
• The LPN shall prepare and record clinical notes for the clinical records.
• Report any changes in the patient' condition to the case manager/registered nurse with the reports documented in the clinical record.
• Perform assigned tasks, including the administration of treatment and medications, in the care of the patient within the scope or practice authorized buy the license issued by the state for a licensed practical nurse.
• Reviews the utilization and progress of the patient with the RN, supervisor and attending physician as necessary.
• Has knowledge of patient's condition at all times and informs the physician, physician assistant, advanced registered nurse practitioner, RN and/or the Nursing Supervisor immediately of any change in the patient' condition that warrants attention.
• Observes, evaluates, and reports to the physician any reaction the patient has to drugs or treatments.
• Interprets to the patient and family the expectations of the diagnosis and the nature of the treatment consistent with the action and wishes of the physician.
• Interprets to the social and physical factors in the environment that affect patient care, by RN supervision.
• Responsible for the execution of the physician's orders, supervised by an RN.
• Keeps physician informed of all pertinent information concerning the patient's condition and response to treatment.
• Gives skill of care to patient.
• Other duties assigned by the RN.
• Participate in in-services program
• Discharge planning under RN supervision.
• Able to speak, read and write in English.
• Able to read assignments, follow directions.
• Able to communicate and respond clearly via telephone and respond toe patient's spoken needs.
• Ability to physically transfer, lift or assist patients whose average weight is 160 pounds with or without the aid of mechanical devices.
• Able to spend 80% of the work standing and/or moving about.
• Able to walk, climb stairs, stoop, twist, bend and squat to perform essential job functions.
• Able to concentrate on detail with frequent interruptions.
• Able to follow, complete and remember daily routines and requirements.
• Able to comprehend and utilize professional education materials.
• Able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Ensure HIPAA guidelines and procedures and maintained.

Qualifications and Skills

• Certification as Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of Florida.
• Minimum 6 months experience preferred.
• Valid CPR card
• Level 2 Background
• 2 Hour Alzheimer training
• Statement of Health
• Liability Insurance
• Must have all documentation up to date (professional license, driver's license, CPR, CEU's, Physical, and background check (ACHA).

Job Types: Contract, PRN

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Home Health
• Wound Care

Physical setting:

• Acute care
• Outpatient

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Holidays

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Nursing: 2 years (Preferred)
• Home health: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LPN (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• West Little River, FL (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road